Do You Have to Quickly Spend an Inherited IRA?
Do IRA beneficiaries have a short time window to withdraw from their inheritance?
Retirement
Stay informed with the latest federal employee retirement news, including updates on FERS and CSRS, retirement eligibility rules, OPM retirement processing, and TSP performance as it relates to long‑term retirement planning. This category covers annual COLA updates, TSP news, survivor benefits, military service credit, retirement application guidance, and major OPM policy changes or federal legislation that could affect federal retirement benefits. Find clear, timely information to help current and former federal employees navigate retirement planning, benefit calculations, and post‑retirement considerations.
How To Reduce Taxes in Retirement
Tax planning strategies both before and after retirement are crucial to minimize the amount of taxes paid over the course of a lifetime.
How Not to Lose Your FEHB in Retirement
Federal employees can lose FEHB coverage in retirement unless they meet certain criteria.
Is the Premise, “ALL Federal Employees Need an Advisor” a Myth?
Do all federal employees need a financial advisor, or would some be ok to invest on their own?
Medicare’s 2023 IRMAA Brackets and Part B Premiums Change
2022 inflation and a policy shift on a drug used in clinical trials lowered 2023 Medicare Part B premiums and increased the IRMAA brackets.
Should You Delay Your RMD?
Many people don’t realize that RMDs can be delayed. Is this a good idea?
2023 TSP Contribution Limit Increasing Over 9%
The IRS has announced the 2023 annual contribution limits for the TSP and IRAs.
4.1% Differential Between 2023 Pay Raise, COLA
Inflation has been rising fast, and the 2023 COLA was just announced. Even with a projected 2023 pay raise of 4.6%, purchasing power is declining fast.
Top 5 TSP Mistakes Federal Employees Should Avoid
These are five potentially costly mistakes federal employees need to avoid when it comes to their TSP accounts.
Joint Wills May Not Be the Best Estate Planning Tool For Couples and Others
Two for the price of one in estate planning today may not save you money tomorrow.
